1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Sunny | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |